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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jan 13, 1894

Page

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Henderson Found Guilty of Manslaughter in Indiana

Len Henderson sentenced to 21 years in prison after a late Friday verdict in Nosursville. The case stemmed from a spring robbery at a Haughville saloon where John Tarpey was killed. A mother’s open court prayer moved many, with defense declaring victory given the confession. Three other reports cover Captain Wilson’s party dying in Africa and a fire at Walpole Island that killed three Johnson children.

Nosursvinne Ind Len Henderson Henderson Haughville John Tarpey Sarnia Ontario Thomas Johnson Walpole Island Johnson

Weather Forecast for Indians 386 Hours Ending Jan 14 1894

Forecast for Indians shows slightly banner readings with fair weather. Period covers Saturday and Sunday with expectations of clear to partly cloudy skies and light winds for the extended forecast through January 14 1894.

The Play Review and Upcoming Stage Shows

The review notes Balasco and Fyles girl I left behind me at Grand Jan 22 23 2d and Hanlone new Fantasma opens next week with new tricks. Prof J E Kennedy performs with silverware giveaways. Enemies for Life at Park praised. Imperial Vienna Prater orchestra at Tomlin gen hall Monday under Franz Schell. Nat C Goodwin to present In Mizzoura at Grand next week. A gilded fool and Camille featured, Clara Morris criticized for nasal mannerisms though moving. Also ad for Rudy’s Pile St Suppository and laundry.

Balasco & Fyles Chariea Frohman Hanlone Jingfish J. E. Kennedy Joan Craven Imperial Vienna Prater Orchestra Tomlingen Hall Dickson & Talbott Franz Schell Nat. C. Goodwin Augustus Thomas Alabama New York Chicago Mizzoura Clara Morris Camille

Seven Men Drown In Brooklyn Bridge Collapse

New York Jan 13 Seven lives were lost when a temporary foot bridge across Newton creek in Brooklyn collapsed Friday night. About sixty people were dumped into the water as the flimsy structure gave way near the draw on the Kings county side. Seven swam ashore. many were rescued by the tug Clover and a small yacht. Most victims were returning from work at the Laural Bill chemical works.

New York Newton Creek Brooklyn Laural Bill Chemical Works Kings County Trail Bridge Queen’s County Clover

Contempt Charge Tells of Fulford Case Conspiracy Claim

Chas Iahl, friend of Fulford, was cited for contempt before Judge Cox after Juror Hartman swore an affidavit alleging Iahl met him at the Fan saloon and urged drinks to influence the Fulford embezzlement and forgery grand jury probe. Fulford faces seven counts of embezzlement and forgery.

Chas, Kebi Fulford Cox Hartman Chas, Iahl Kahl Kahn Jtulford Hugg

Governor to Reappoint Briggs as Normal School Trustee

The governor will reappoint Briggs to the Normal School trustees after a dispute with students over Prof. Tompkins removal. Royse’s term ends January 18 and will not be renewed, with an alumnus to replace him. The governor’s choice, aligned with the board, will be announced Monday.

Briggs Normal School Matthews Prof Tompkins Royse King

Fire and disaster sweep multiple towns in brief wire flash

Wire flash reports yellow fever rising in Rio while fires devastate Gettysburg Pennsylvania Ipswich Massachusetts and Harrisville Rhode Island. Losses reach 100000 and 200000 with mills stores opera house lumberyards burned. Other items note Admiral Mello bombardment at Rio and a Nebraska to Missouri line robbery.

Rio Eagle Hotel Gettysburg Gladstone France Ipswich Mass Admiral Mello Harrisville Woonsocket R. I Davis W. Va Loas Louisiana Wim Bradard Alder Gulch Montana Frederick Bennett Florissant St. Louis Nantucket Monotte Kas Express

Early dyspepsia relief and remedies promoted

An old advertisement promotes Hoodia Sarsaparilla for distress after eating heartburn and headaches. It also touts Honn's Prits as a reliable family cathartic and liver medicine. The notice ends with a nod to new hominy and grits at Van Pat's.

Honn van Pat's

Rats All Dead Hero Dog Wins Prize in Rat Fight Night

Indianapolis crowd packs a hall for a Friday ratting main where ferrets and terriers battle rats in a brutal animal show. Doc the female bull dog defeats 25 rats in 3 minutes 20 seconds as police keep order and crowd roars. Policeman Campbell wins $5.

Indianapolis Jack Christian Horan W. Washington Jack Christian Stena Dude Wm. H. Poshler Campbell Chas. Clitzenstein Annie Doc Mr. Christian Cambell Ataira

Leap of a convict from moving train ends in recapture

Eddie Carroll, just sentenced to three years for burglary, leaped from a moving train near Monon while en route to prison. He was found bruised a quarter mile back, then hustled back aboard and taken to Michigan City. Deputy Murphy led the pursuit.

Carroll Eddie Carroll Murphy Monon Michigan City

Sunday Church Services Across City Attendances

A rundown of Sunday religious services lists multiple denominations led by Rev. W F Taylor Rev H A Buchtel Rev J A Rondtheley Rev J M Lewis Rev J A Milburn Rev G A Carbtensen Rev F O Ballard Rev J H Hardin Rev D R Lucas Rev F E Dewhurst Rev N Sims and others with morning and evening programs. Also noted is a song service by blind institute pupils and a Communion at 10:45 plus a Plymouth Congregational morning service. The Union Co operative Laundry maintains uniform quality and Brown’s Dental Parlors advertise teeth without plates.

First Baptist W. F. Taylor M. E H. A. Buchtel Tabernacle Presbyterian J. A. Rondtheley People’s Congregational J. M. Lewis Second Presbyterian J. A. Milburn St. Paul's Episcopal G. A. Car Btensen New Church Chapel N. Alabamast Memorial Presbyterian F. O. Ballard J. H. Hardin D. R. Lucas Jerusalem Plymouth F.£. Dewhurst Institute For the Blind

Death Dreamer Pratt Found Dead In Indiana City

Thos Pratt a prominent VaLPARaiso business man died in bed after saying his dream warned of a death within 24 hours. He, aged 70, drew up a will and named pallbearers claiming the premonition but death was from natural causes. The town notes include local meetings, market items, a robbery, divorces, a mission school opening, and various public notices.

Valparaiso Ind Thos, Pratt

Wreckers in Bank Indictments Set for April Trial

Indianapolis federal court heard arraignments for Theodore P Haughey Schulyer Haughey and others on bank wrecking indictments. Pleas of not guilty entered. Judge Baker scheduled trial between March and April with bond adjustments for Schulyer Haughey. Notables including Percival Coffin Rexford and A B Reed attended bond formalities. Nearby clerk WA Bradshaw defended Haughey’s character amid defense and prosecution sparring. Three youths jailed for thefts were released after a brief hearing.

Indianapolis National Bank Baker Federal Court Baveridge Chambers Duncan & Smith S&chulyer Theodore P. Haughey Adt. Harris Francis A. Coffin A. 8 Reed Solomon Claypool Percival Collin Chambers and Winters K. B Rexford Burke Theodore R. Haughey Schuyler Haughey Indianapolis H. A. Foulks Vincennes National Bank Wilh Duncan Ed. Nexford Percival Francis Coffin A. 3 Frank Coffin Percy Coffin Mampheys Schuyler Heughey K. B. F. Pierce WA. Bradshaw Tan Sun Theodore Haughey Fletcher & Sharp Lavar

Early Morning Fire Damages Three Stables in Town

Firefighters battled blazes at three locations in rapid succession. A stable owned by T. B. Harvey on Delaware street endured about 150 in damage, then Mrs. Hancock’s on North street lost 30, and a stable owned by W. Gilbert at Pratt and California streets was set at 75. Origin of the fires remains unknown.

Delaware St T. B. Harvey North St

Reed Jury Disagrees on Murder Case Second Trial Set

The Hancock county jury could not reach a verdict in the William Reed murder trial. They stood eight for conviction and four for acquittal, leading to a mistrial and a second trial scheduled for February 19. Lieutenant Hanna defended Reed as Read’s mother attended.

Greenfield Ind Spl Wm. Reed Reed Barker Mannerchor Hall Indianapolis Hancock County Hanna Read

Hawaiian queen’s amnesty stance shocks officials

The Hawaiian correspondence is reviewed as Queen prepares to decide amnesty for opponents of the provisional government. Willis reports her willingness to answer questions but declares harsh laws, including beheading and confiscation for rebels. Provisional leaders press for restoration, amid talks of American intervention and shifts in Hawaii’s administration.

Life Insurance Agent Arrested for Embezzlement

Phil Geissler, a solicitor for Equitable Life Insurance, was arrested early Saturday on a warrant by D P Shideler, general agent, for alleged embezzlement of 30. The accused, a well dressed middle aged man in city six years, is said to have withheld funds he collected. In police court his case was continued until Tuesday.

Phil Geissler Equitable Life Issurance Company D. P. Shideler Shuteler

Trusty murderer walks the corridors of the jail

Patrick O Keefe a gray haired man about 55 faces trial Monday for the murder of James Eubanks on October 27 He is described as a trusted prisoner allowed freedom of the corridors despite admission of guilt and a defensive claim that Eubanks seduced his daughter The aged defendant is cited as the only prisoner in state history given such liberty amid murder charges with sympathy expressed by visitors while he fears harsh punishment for the act

Patrick O’keefe James Eubanks O’ Keefe Washington St Eubanks O'Keefe Hoe Crim

Protest by Ex-Judge Irvin Delays Washington Township Vote

Ex judge Irvin said on Saturday he would protest again for Washington township property owners against a special election to fund a Broad Rips road subsidy. County Commissioner President Hunter indicated the election will be ordered. In Hawaii, a 10000 word dispatch to the White House includes half devoted to President Dole’s reply to Willis and may reach Congress late Friday.

Irvin Washington Township Tanele Washineron White House Dole Willis Conpreas

Local notes mix of prices crimes and court cases

A noisy page reports eggs down to 18 cents with a small decline in supply, a saloon theft of change and tobacco, and a lively slate of court actions. Emma Mitchell faces insanity exam after assault charge. Mrs. Shane sues the Big Four over a fatal ambulance delay. a theater actor fined for an alleged robbery misadventure.

Lawrence Dugan Weat St Enrique Miller Navin Narasimha Charya Plymouth Church Commercial Club Relief Committee Garfield Park Emma Mitchell New York Eecurity and Trust Company U.S D. {. Mackey Adams & Williamson Manufacturing Company Jasper Ind Veneex Company Grafton Blancenship W. McCarthy-st S. Meridian-st Tuttle Neil McGroarty Lincoln League Columbia Hall Ele Jas Shane Big Four St. Vincent’s Hospital Harry DeForrest the Park Theater West-end

Fragmentary OCR notes on medical treatment and names

Fragmentary text references pills, dental crowns, age related notes, and scattered names. The snippet mentions Ny Perna and a street segment, with unclear context or complete events. No clear person, place, or concrete action emerges from the readable lines.

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